Handlery Hotel San Diego

San Diego, California

Virgin rating

The hotel

A friendly, family-run property in the Mission Valley area of San Diego, the Handlery Hotel is a short walk to the Fashion Valley Mall where you'll find lots of popular shops and restaurants. When you're not out exploring San Diego, the pool area, in a central courtyard, is a lovely place to relax. When you are, you have the option of a complimentary shuttle to San Diego's main attractions. The hotel's restaurant, Postcards American Bistro, serves some great food at good value, and it's big breakfasts, with unlimited tea and coffee, will set you up for a day of full-on sightseeing.

Amenities

  • Golf
  • Babysitting service
  • Wheelchair access
  • Families
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Internet Access
  • Laundry Service
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Swimming Pool
  • Close to Beach

Where is it

Located 2 miles from Old Town, and 5 miles from both Ocean Beach and the San Diego Zoo. A short walk to Fashion Valley Mall, the city's top shopping centre, with shops, restaurants and cinemas, together with Red Trolley and bus stops.

Hotel information

217 rooms appointed with warm, soothing tones; all with air-conditioning, complimentary WiFi access, safe, flat-screen TV, tea/coffee maker, mini-fridge, iron and ironing board, and hairdryer. 

Traditional Rooms with either 1 king-size bed or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 4 people.

Premier Rooms feature a private patio or balcony, with either 1 king-size bed or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 4 people.
  • Booking Bonus: Receive 20% food and beverage discount at Postcards and 20% parking fee discount on travel until 31st December’24. Any applicable offers have been calculated into the prices shown. Offers may not be combinable. Blackout dates apply. Terms and conditions apply. 

Complimentary shuttle within a five-mile radius for free transportation to popular attractions like Fashion Valley Mall, Old Town, the San Diego Zoo. Self-paring $18 plus tax per night (payable locally, fee subject to change).

Postcards American Bistro (classic American fare, open for all day dining). Reef Lounge Poolside Bar & Grill (casual dining and drinks, open seasonally). 950 Lounge (bar with live music and daily happy hour).

Live piano music on Fridays, and jazz sessions on Sundays. 

Outdoor heated swimming pool. Fitness centre. Hair and beauty salon*. 27-hole Riverwalk Championship golf course adjacent to the hotel*.

Complimentary WiFi access. Laundry service*. 

Wheelchair accessible rooms available on request. Please note that these rooms are subject to availability and may be restricted to specific room categories and bedding arrangements. Rooms and facilities vary between hotels so please check at the time of booking. For more information and contact details please check out our Special Assistance page

*Denotes local charge.

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating My kids and I loved this Hotel!!!!

Dec 4, 2023 Gabriel O

I stayed here over the Thanksgiving weekend with my kids, and I have to say it was one of the most amazing hotel resort experiences I’ve had in a very long time, I lived in Vegas many years so I know resorts, but the service, the care and the attention that I got from the staff at the Handlery hotel was amazing! Rose at front desk was incredible,… Read more
I stayed here over the Thanksgiving weekend with my kids, and I have to say it was one of the most amazing hotel resort experiences I’ve had in a very long time, I lived in Vegas many years so I know resorts, but the service, the care and the attention that I got from the staff at the Handlery hotel was amazing! Rose at front desk was incredible, as well as the other ladies that I spoke with, and the housekeeping even went out of their way to re-wash all my bedding towels and pillowcases each day, because I have an allergy to regular detergent. Also want to mention the pool area is incredible and the whole place is very clean and well kept for being an older resort! Five stars Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Best experience I've ever had!!!

Nov 25, 2023 Aaron S

I had the best experience here at the Handlery Hotel!!! As soon as I walked in the doors I was greeted with 3 amazing smiles and how are you doing today and how can we be of service... Those amazing smiles were Rose, Stephanie, and Christina.. they all made me feel so welcomed and appreciated... They all made me smile and laugh and all had the… Read more
I had the best experience here at the Handlery Hotel!!! As soon as I walked in the doors I was greeted with 3 amazing smiles and how are you doing today and how can we be of service... Those amazing smiles were Rose, Stephanie, and Christina.. they all made me feel so welcomed and appreciated... They all made me smile and laugh and all had the best attitudes and are all so helpful and kind they made my stay so amazing!!!! Thank you Rose, Stephanie, and Christina you are very amazing at your jobs!!! I highly recommend staying here and the room is great!!! I've never felt like this at any other hotel thank you guys so much!!! Much love!! P.s. the hotel is beautiful!!! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating The H❤️tel of San Diego

Nov 16, 2023 wesamazori San Diego, California

What can I say about Handlery. Truly one of my favorite hotels to stay in SD. First off the staff is the nicest and friendliest you’ll ever come across. You can tell they truly love and take pride in ensuring you have a great stay. S/O to Pamela. She is the kindest most helpful person. Everytime I’ve stayed she’s always been so helpful. Hotels a… Read more
What can I say about Handlery. Truly one of my favorite hotels to stay in SD. First off the staff is the nicest and friendliest you’ll ever come across. You can tell they truly love and take pride in ensuring you have a great stay. S/O to Pamela. She is the kindest most helpful person. Everytime I’ve stayed she’s always been so helpful. Hotels a hidden gem. It’s right in the heart of SD. It gives you a homey vibe which makes it really relaxing to be at. Rooms are great… clean, organized, spacious. The restaurants have delicious food. The pool n jacuzzi is a must!!! I’ve stayed here so many times, I absolutely always pick Handlery and always will. Read less
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Nov 13, 2023 Navigate04726470462 Cavan, Ireland

We had to pay for parking. Hotel was lovely with warm pool. Pamela was amazing a brilliant guide to all our needs. She has a world of information and is so helpful. Food was very good too. We done the Trolley hop on hop off tour, very good. Trolley travel system very good too. We got to go everywhere .
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Great family college weekend stay

Oct 27, 2023 Michelle P

My husband and u had a really lovely stay here. Pamela at the front desk went over and above to book us, get us a room to fit our needs and added a night for us! She was fantastic so thank you Pamela....we will be back!